Interviews
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Dora Jar on the Creative Fire Behind Her New Album
Dora Jar’s new album, No Way To Relax When You Are On Fire, is an turbulent exploration of what it feels like to be navigating life’s uncertainties in your 20s. Through its unique sound and abstract lyricism, Dora invites listeners into a world of contradictions, where moments of bliss meet the weight of overwhelm. The album mirrors her journey of self-discovery, often returning to the question ‘Who am I?’. During the process Dora finds herself caught between her desires to share and her fears of being seen. With this project, she opens up more than ever before. She reflects not only on her own inner turmoil but also on the…
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Valley Return To Their Most Authentic Version: “People want the real you!”
The Canadian indie band Valley returns with their highly anticipated album Water the Flowers, Pray for a Garden. This new era captures the delicate feeling of holding on to your inner child and resisting the inevitable loss of youth. Exploring themes of growing both together and apart, like vines intertwining in a magical garden. In a recent press conference hosted by °1824, the band reflected on returning to their original band dynamics, shedding expectations, and the hidden references and easter eggs woven throughout their music. Rediscovering Their Authentic Selves Valley revealed how they’ve moved back to their most authentic selves during the creation of this album. In doing so, they…
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Stephen Sanchez Creatively Crafts New World on Angel Face
A total romantic, self-proclaimed “King Down Bad”, and the one who revived the sound of the 50’s and 60’s. We’re talking about Stephen Sanchez, who had great success with his single “Until I Found You” and his concept album “Angel Face”. In a press conference organized by °1824 he explained the characters in this album, life on tour, and his passion for nostalgic sounds. The Concept album Angel Face The Story is set back in 1958-1964 and tells a love story of The Troubadour and Evangeline. You can follow the whole story on the album and even on stage Stephen and his band keep the story going and play their…
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Sam Tompkins About his Debut Album: “Insecurity to me is a Power in Itself.”
Sam Tompkins just dropped a heartbreakingly beautiful album, that delves into topics like grief, mental health issues, body dysmorphia, anxiety, and more. On “hi, my name is insecure.” he bears his soul, sharing the pain and struggles that have shaped his life. Across 16 songs, your heart will be shattered and mended at the same time. “A problem shared is a problem halved,” says Tompkins, encapsulating the theme that brought this album to life. In an intimate and moving press conference, Sam opened up about the stories behind his songs, the critical importance of mental health awareness, and the rapid rise of his career. A Trip Down Memory Lane Sam…
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Still Woozy Embraces His Vulnerability on Sophomore Album”Loveseat”
On “Loveseat” Sven Gamsky, better known as Still Woozy, continues to shine with authenticity and leans into his vulnerability. As he navigates the newfound joys of fatherhood and delves deeper into storytelling, he expands his signature psychedelic indie sound while exploring fresh sonic landscapes. By introducing a wide range of sounds and experimenting with singles, Still Woozy keeps his fans engaged and ready for anything he throws their way. Trusting his intuition throughout the creative process, Sven recently discussed his latest project and the desire to grow during a 1824° press conference. The Sound of Loveseat Inspired by the warmth of Marvin Gaye, the nostalgia of The Beatles and the…
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Alec Benjamin: “Embody the struggle in your art!”
Get to know the singer and songwriter Alec Benjamin. A few weeks after the release of his third studio album “12 Notes” I got the chance to sit down with Alec for a candid interview where he tells me about the stories behind his songs, the challenges of being an introverted artist and more. Alec opens up about drawing inspiration from personal experiences and emotions, even as he battles periods of creative block and introspection. As he prepares to hit the road again, he expresses excitement for live performances and the discovery of new connections with his audience. Stay tuned and dive into Alecs world! Hi Alec, I actually heard your song on the radio…
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Giant Rooks: About Challenges on Tour, Media Recommendations and Growth
Landing a hit with their sophomore album “How Have You Been?” the German band Giant Rooks are on a rise. In this press conference organized by °1824 they delved into topics ranging from life on tour to dealing with imposter syndrome while shedding light on their collective ambitions. Fred Rabe and Finn Schwieters gave us authentic glimpses into their daily life and took a moment to reflect on their career and development as a band. Besides that, they also shared movie and book recommendations, so stay tuned! Get to know Giant Rooks Fred Rabe, Finn Schwieters, Luca Göttner, Finn Thomas and Jonathan Wischniowski from Hamm in Germany are now taking…
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Jacob Collier Releases Beautiful Ode to Humankind
Jacob Collier now finally released his album Djesse Vol.4 which was six years in the making. The fourth volume of his album series is just as breathtakingly beautiful as the previous chapters. The four volumes all have different sonic worlds. With Djesse Vol.4 Jacob Collier created a record focused on celebrating humankind. How that sounds you might ask? Check it out below because each song takes you into another universe and explores the depths of our emotions. Firstly, Jacob Collier planned to produce one huge album, but then decided to split it up into four parts. During the process Jacob opened his mind, invited many artists and orchestras into his creative…
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Em Beihold: Telling Us Why “Maybe Life is Good”
Giving us hope and brutal honesty in her songs, that’s what Em Beihold stands for. In a press conference organized by °1824 the American singer talks about her newest single “Maybe Life is Good”, the upcoming tour and her goals for the year. We got to know a lot about the backgrounds of Em Beiholds music and will share to most important news from the conference with you! Get to know Em Beihold… She called out her music for having a theme of “Anxiety, but make it Pop” and honestly that’s spot on. Her bubbly aura and bright visuals give a lightness to the deep topics she discusses. Her music…
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Interview Lime Garden: The Making of ‘One More Thing’
Step into the vibrant world of Lime Garden. The band from Brighton is a rising sensation in the indie world that you don’t want to miss out on! With their debut LP One More Thing, already making waves, Chloe, Tippi, Annabel and Leila will have a busy year of touring ahead of them. While sitting down with singer Chloe Howard and bassist Tippi Morgan we discussed the nostalgic vibes of their childhood influences, the excitement of upcoming tours and the surreal moments of being praised by idols. Join us as we unravel the layers of Lime Garden’s musical journey and discover the essence of their new LP One More Thing. What…